Hanuman Jayanti: Why Hanuman Jayanti for the second time on 12th May in 2026? Know what is the matter

Why do Hanuman Jayanti: Lord Hanuman is a deity who is worshiped as a symbol of physical strength, perseverance and devotion. According to Hindu scriptures, any devotee who worships him with a true heart and full devotion receives the special blessings of Hanuman ji. Where Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on Chaitra Purnima in North India. At the same time, now Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated in South India on Jyeshtha Krishna Dashami on 12 May 2026.

When is Telugu Hanuman Jayanti?

Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated mainly in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on Jyeshtha Krishna Dashami Tithi i.e. 12th May. On this occasion this festival is celebrated with great pomp. Hanuman Chalisa and Sunderkand recitation is organized on this day. Vadapappu (soaked moong dal), Panakam (a drink made from lemon, dry ginger, jaggery and cardamom) and vermillion are offered to Bajrangbali.

Hanuman Diksha: 41 days of rigorous fasting

In the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, a strict fast of 41 days is observed, which is called Hanuman Diksha. This fast starts from Chaitra Purnima and ends on Dashami of Krishna Paksha of Jyeshtha month. Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on this Chaitra Purnima in North India.

Sadhana and following the rules

During these 41 days, the devotees wear saffron clothes, wear Hanuman Diksha rosary, observe celibacy and consume satvik food. they all the time worship of hanuman ji And chant “Jai Hanuman” mantra. Many seekers serve in temples during this period, while some perform rigorous sadhana by remaining barefoot.

Why are the dates of Hanuman Jayanti different?

Hanuman Jayanti The difference in dates is seen because it has been linked to different events in different traditions. At some places, it is celebrated as the appearance day of Hanuman ji, while according to some beliefs, the day when he got the boon of immortality from Mother Sita, that day is also considered as his birth anniversary.

Hanuman ji is considered to be Chiranjeevi and it is believed that even today he resides on Gandhamadan mountain. For this reason, the word “birth anniversary” is used more for them instead of “jayanti”.